Accelerated Programs in Podiatric Medicine

Students interested in attending the New York, Ohio or Pennsylvania Colleges of Podiatric Medicine have the option of completing their undergraduate and medical degrees in seven years instead of eight years. The required course of study while at Saint Vincent College follows. Students should consult the Chairperson of the Preprofessional Health Committee for additional information.

History

6 credits

English

6 credits

Philosophy

6 credits

Theology

6 credits

Social Sciences

6 credits

Intermediate Language

6 credits

General Chemistry

8 credits

Organic Chemistry

8 credits

Mathematics

8 credits

Physics

8 credits

General Biology

8 credits

Cell Biology

4 credits

Additionally, 12 credits must be selected from:

Molecular Genetics and LaboratoryComparative Vertebrate Anatomy and LaboratoryMammalian Physiology and LaboratoryHistology and Laboratory

All students must take one course designated as a First-Year Seminar.

Total credit hours at Saint Vincent College: 95 hours.

At the end of the second year of successful study at the College of Podiatric Medicine, the student receives the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Biology from Saint Vincent College. At the end of the fourth year of successful study at the College of Podiatric Medicine, the student receives the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.